Can a simple training boost Adult-Child bonds?
NCT ID NCT07696611
First seen Jul 10, 2026 · Last updated Jul 10, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a training program called CARE helps undergraduates interact more positively with children. Participants are randomly assigned to either CARE training or a control group that teaches general child development. Researchers measure changes in play skills and knowledge before and after training. The goal is to see if CARE improves adult-child relationships beyond basic education.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- CARE Training (behavioral intervention teaching play therapy skills)
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this training could help adults build better relationships with children, potentially reducing behavior problems.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with 54 participants, and results may not apply to all adults or settings.
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Auburn University
Auburn, Alabama, 36849, United States
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